Energy Assessment and Improvement: Residential

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This heavily illustrated, 270+ page book thorough explains the principles and practices of Energy Assessment and Improvement.

This new book serves as both a training manual and field guide. It is unique in that it covers energy in the residential arena by covering both assessment (auditing) and improvement (retrofit or installation) for the following target groups: * Weatherization Curriculum for Auditor and Installer * Core Competencies for Weatherization Auditors and Installers * BPI Building Analyst (BA) and Envelope Professional (EP) Curriculum * RESNET Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Rater, Home Energy Survey Professional (HESP), Building Performance Auditor (BPA), and Comprehensive Home Energy Rater System (CHERS) Curricula

The Glossary and Index alone make this a handy companion for ANY ONE in the building energy trade.!

Energy Assessment and Improvement: Residential Buildings A Training Manual and Field Guide

Table of Contents Chapter 1. Introduction Chapter 2. Energy Basics Chapter 3. House As A System Chapter 4. The Auditor's Tools and How to Use Them Chapter 5. Weatherization Requirements Chapter 6. Sealants, Insulation, Barriers and How to Install Them Chapter 7. Auditing, Planning, Retrofitting Chapter 8. Work Order Development By The Auditor Chapter 9. Heating and Cooling Chapter 10. Baseload and How To Improve It Chapter 11. New Construction Energy Evaluations